As a cost estimator, you are responsible for accurately calculating the costs of steel construction projects. You assess how much material, engineering, production, transport, coating, assembly and management are involved in a project, and convert this into a complete cost estimate that you discuss with your team and translate into a quotation for the client.
Key tasks of a cost estimator
Reviewing the documents and drawings and visualising how the project will take shape.
Discussing the documents and drawings with the client to ensure clear alignment.
Extracting material quantities from the plans and requesting quotations from suppliers.
Using all pricing and estimated hours, preparing a cost budget and discussing it with your supervisor and/or project managers.
Converting the cost estimate into a quotation and sharing it with the client.
Maintaining regular contact with the client.
Providing project managers with details of any additional or reduced work during project execution.
What do we offer you?
We value permanent employees; our intention is to move from a one-year contract to a permanent position.
A good salary of between €3,500 and €4,500 gross per month, depending on your age and experience.
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A 40-hour working week with 25 holiday days and 13 days compensatory leave.
A profit-related bonus after 12 months of employment.
Opportunities for personal development and career progression within the company.
What do we expect from you as a cost estimator?
Some experience in steel construction.
Excellent communication and written skills in both Dutch and English.
Would you like to apply your experience and help us continue our growth?
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